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6-Year Program

The 6-Year Program is a free and highly personalized college and career success program designed to support Scholars on their journey from high school into high-trajectory careers.

Refined over 20 years, our comprehensive, data-informed model works. Our proven outcomes show that our scholars thrive in top colleges and prosper in meaningful careers.

program duration

6 Years

when to apply

First Term of 11th Grade

deadline to apply

December 15, 2024

Available in

All 50 U.S. states and the District of Colombia.

Scholar Profile

Scholars in the 6-Year Program typically:

  • Earn As in most or all of their classes and are highly ranked amongst their graduating class.

  • Take the most challenging courses at their school including AP, IB and dual enrollment courses.

  • Often score 1250+ on the SAT and 26+ on the ACT (not required)

  • Demonstrate extracurricular leadership, family responsibility, and/or part-time work.

  • Identify as underrepresented students, including first generation college goers, students of color, and students from under-resourced communities.

  • Are deeply curious and love learning!

Eligibility

Students must meet the minimum eligibility requirements below to be able to apply to the 6-Year Program.

Minimum Cumulative Unweighted GPA

Maximum Total

Household Income

High School Status

3.60

$125,000

Enrolled in 11th grade at a U.S. high school

Five Core Pillars
Drive Our Success

We understand the opportunity gaps – and their impact. That’s why our 6-Year Program targets the five key inflection points that prevent high-achieving, diverse, and underrepresented students, including students of color from under-resourced communities, from getting into top colleges and graduating ready for top careers.

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Our Scholars Go To Top Colleges.

Graduating from an elite college can directly impact earning potential. Elite colleges offer smaller class sizes, stronger student support services, and better financial aid packages. That means a better learning experience and, for our Scholars, usually little or no college debt upon graduation.

Clients

Why Top Colleges Matter

Higher Earning Potential

Strong Networks

Substantial Financial Aid

Extensive Job Prospects

Research shows that where you go to school directly impacts career opportunities and earning potential for graduates – especially for students from economically disadvantaged communities. We focus on elite universities, not because of the big name but for the valuable networks they provide. By attending these institutions, the 85% of first-generation college students we serve gain access to a broader range of job prospects and career pathways.

Career Pathways at Thrive

Learn about our career pathways and how Thrive Scholars supports your development to launch you into a high-trajectory career!

Business & Management

Engineering & Technology

Consulting

Finance

Life Sciences & Healthcare

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“The Thrive Community is a rare space where diverse individuals can find a supporting community to pursue opportunities usually reserved for the social and economic elites. My legal career has taken me to international law firms, African governments, and the heights of the federal judiciary. Though the legal profession can be daunting, it is also a sphere where you can impact individuals and systems in a uniquely powerful way.”

Antonio | Yale University

Scholar Voices
Thrive Scholars

Scholar Voices

What You Get

  • A 6-week residential Summer Academy program hosted on a college campus where you will be taught by college professors

  • A free laptop

  • Annual stipends

  • Monthly coaching sessions with a college and/or career advisor

  • Competitive internships

  • Career networking opportunities

  • Thrive's extensive alumni network

Summer Academy

DURING THE 6-WEEK SUMMER ACADEMY, SCHOLARS RECEIVE

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College-Level Coursework

1:1 College Advising

Self-Advocacy Strategies

Increased Self-Confidence

Supportive Social Networks

Career Exploration

Download the 6-Year Program Flyer

Learn more about this program and share with your friends, family and counselors!

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Still Have Questions?

Contact Us!

Let us know how we can help you! Submit your inquiry below and we will get back to you shortly to assist you.

Address

606 S. Olive Street, Suite 2150

Los Angeles, CA 90014

Admissions Phone

401-445-0985

(8 AM - 4 PM Eastern Time)

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